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Then, though we sadly sow in tears
 Along this weary way,
Well reap the fruits of purest joy,
 In brighter worlds of day.

For He who bears the precious seed,
 Though now forlorn he roam,
Will come again with joyful steps,
 And bring his harvest home.

E.

August 4, 1830,